One D gets 800 Gs in funding

Transforming and revitalizing Detroit won't be cheap. So, it's a good thing One D just received this pretty nice gift - 800 grand in grants.

One D focuses their energy on five city priorities: economic prosperity, educational preparation, quality of life, race relations and regional transit.

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Five of Metro Detroit’s largest foundations have stepped up with $810,000 in grants over three years to support the efforts of One D.

A collaboration of six regional civic organizations, One D formed in 2006 to work towards regional revitalization.

The grants came from: the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, Hudson-Webber Foundation, Kresge Foundation, McGregor Fund and the Skillman Foundation.

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